Spice Up Your English: Common Idioms to Use in Conversations (Part 10)

Tired of the same old phrases? Learn common English idioms to make your conversations more engaging and expressive.

In this video, we explore three fun and expressive idioms that will help you add flavor to your everyday conversations.

• Sell Like Hot Cakes: This idiom means a product is selling quickly and in large quantities, often because it is very popular or in high demand. For example, "The new smartphone model is selling like hot cakes!" Using this phrase shows you're in touch with popular trends and can describe successful situations vividly.
• Run Around in Circles: Instead of saying someone is wasting effort on an unproductive task, use "run around in circles." This idiom highlights the frustration of putting in a lot of effort without achieving any meaningful result. For instance, "We're just running around in circles with this project." It conveys a sense of wasted time and energy effectively.
• On Cloud Nine: When you're extremely happy or elated, say you are "on cloud nine." This idiom adds a colorful, imaginative touch to expressing joy. For example, "She was on cloud nine after receiving the promotion." It brings a positive and lively tone to your conversations.

Incorporate these idioms into your daily language to express yourself more creatively and keep your conversations lively and engaging.